Everything You Wanted to Know About Mops (But Were Afraid to Ask)!
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- Опубликовано: 11 окт 2024
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As I've learned, mopping is one of the most confusing cleaning jobs out there-who knew!. Well friends, let me use my vast knowledge of cleaning to make mopping as simple as tying a shoelace! In this video, I go through all the different types of mops, as well as show you how to mop a floor fast, which each of these mops.
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I was using a deck mop for my house, but after I watched one of your older videos about how to properly mop your floors, I went out and bought a microfiber mop. Man, you can definatley see a difference!
What's the difference? Less water marks?
I just mopped like 15 minutes ago! Lol.... I use a microfiber mop, specifically, a cedar brand.... I used to use a deck mop for my house and wondered why my floors never looked clean.... I switched mops about a year ago and I'm extremely happy with it! I've also been moping with dish soap for about 4 years because my son has allergies to certain things. I love your videos and any time I need to clean something the right way, I view one of your videos. You have helped me stay on top of the mess in my house and taught me how to cut my cleaning time in half. Thank you!
Recently I just got into cleaning routine (yes, I'm gross and disgusting and lazy like that) and your videos are my go-to cleaning videos (plus, the videos are super inspiring!) I've been using deck mop for my house and I can tell you how frustrating it is! Not only hairs and dust sticking in the cotton fibers, it looks yucky too (one of many reasons why I hate mopping) After watching this, I want to try out microfiber mop. Thank you for sharing and inspiring us!
I ❤️❤️❤️❤️✨✨✨ you and you motivate me to clean. one day I was home alone and my mum was out and my dad was at work, I watched about 5-8 of your videos and I cleaned EVERYTHING. When my mum got home she noticed and asked me "Are you ok?" Because I never clean. THXXXX
That’s soooo sweet...I wish my sons will also give such happy surprise to me too
“Are you ok??” 🤣🤣🤣
I totally agree with you. Melissa had such an effect on me. I am in love with cleaning now😀😀💖💖
Same here. I like cleaning, but in the span of a week I bought microfibre cloths and I'm figuring out how to clean everything in my home.
I recently started watching your channel. A couple of months ago I picked up the O Cedar spin mop. The first time I used it I had to throw it into the washing machine. Since I find that it cleans very well and isn't grungy after each use. But I still throw into the washer when done. The spinner on the bucket really dries the mop out well. It is the best mop I've ever used.
John Vanderhoof Love Love this mop! My favorite too!
I agree w/ Jon Boll, most bros just aren't taught these things growing up. Anyway after much studying up on mops, I decided to go "straight to 11" and bought the Bissell Crosswave Pet Pro mop. However before mopping, I use the Hoover Elite Rewind Plus vacuum. No buckets, no sweeping, no stress, all machines, saves space, works for me. Your videos are gold btw!
Today I got down on my knees and scrubbed my kitchen floors to take put all the dirt and grime! I have tiles in my kitchen and it was dirty for so many years even though my grandma mops like every week! So I did her the favor and scrubbed up the dirt. And mopped the floor after thoroughly cleaning the mop from its residue! Did it out of love! Xo
Ndaraja Dejesus add 1/2 vinegar to the mop water...it eats residue.
My mom cleaned houses for 36 years and says that sometimes you just need to do exactly this. Strips all the built up dirt that regular mopping doesn't get.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Mops (But Were Afraid to Ask!)
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yay I'm so happy this is up :)!!! Thank you so much!!
I mopped 2 days ago using the swifter with the wet lavender refills. Great idea using the microfiber cloth!
Since I started watching your videos cleaning has been more enjoyable and it feels like I clean less when I follow your tips and tricks!
Thank you! 😃
Mopped a couple of weeks ago. We use a Wonder Mop. Works great. I need one of those ringer buckets! Who makes that one?
dobbypire Glad to hear! Enjoy :)
I mopped this weekend but with my Swiffer sweeper with microfiber mop pads and a small round bucket with no squeeze. I finally went for the ocedar microfiber mop with the quick wring bucket and I'm embarrassedly excited for my next mopping
That’s what I am going to end up with👍
I love mopping with my Casabella original mop. I have hardwood and ceramic tile. The Casabella squeezes out really really well and the mop head is firm, allowing me to really scrub. This mop along with my Dyson V10 vacume allows me to get my floors much cleaner. I have three cats and a golden retriever, and the floors are still pretty clean ! With these tools, it’s actually not a chore, and it’s pretty satisfying. And I’m a reluctant cleaner.
Thanks for the videos! I am a teacher in a Practical Applications Lab. (PAES) and one section is on cleaning in the home or on a Houskeeping job. Your videos have helped me create interesting lesson plans for my wonderful students! Thanks.
Ever since I started watching your show I mop my floors about every month or so. I use a flat head O-Cedar mop with a Swiffer. I've had a little trouble deciding on a good floor cleaner. I tried the dish soap method but felt it was a tiny bit stickier finish than my No Wax Armstrong cleaner but they stopped making that cleaner all together! I loved that super smooth finish. Tried Method floor cleaner but it's super sticky finish afterwards. Now using a combo of diluted dish soap and afterwards diluted vinegar on my tile and laminate floors. Love your channel, Melissa!
Have thou ever used a steam mop? Best purchase ever for my cleaning routine
Yes. Thoroughly enjoy using them.
I love my steam mop!
Love my spin mop! It has been a life saver for my back. Love your videos...great job!
I love mopping. As you say, it's therapeutic. I have a deck mop, and I'm considering the microfiber as an upgrade!
I took your advice and getting a micro fibre mop and I fell in love with it. It works so much then the old deck mop which I been using for many years. Thank you so much... I would never know until I watch this video. You rock
Donny Ang
Hi I have a house cleaning service for the last 30 years. And I've been using these kinds of mops the stringy mops that are like little sponges for many many years. I have about 12 of them and I wash them after every use in every house. I usually have to buy new ones once a year. I do tile floors and a lot of stone floors. Does stringy spongy mops are the best. You cannot wash a deck mop in the washing machine. They are the worst mops ever. Thank you.
I just recently had an awful experience where my toilet overflowed and my husband and I had two very different ways to clean up the mess.Could you please do a video on this to help my OCD nerves relax😁
I just picked up a Swiffer Wet and Dry mop and it has been the biggest blessing of my life..I was just diagnosed with Degenerative Disc disease in my back and it only takes me 5 min. And done with hardly no effort too! When b4 with a reg. Deck mop it would take me about 1 hour and I'd do it in 4 sections at a time, while I could sit down and dry it with a floor fan? Huge, huge life changer for me❤❤❤
I just mopped this morning, and I think google is listening in on me because this was in my recommended list.
I use a microfiber mop by Libman, it comes with that built in wringer. I love it.
I agree with your favorites. My microfiber mop has a built in wringer that works well and allows me to use an all purpose bucket.
I wanted you to know that I frequently use your videos at school. I teach classes in life skills for students with intellectual disabilities which includes learning good cleaning practices. Your detailed and direct, yet entertaining approach is a terrific instructional tool.
Thank you!
I mopped two days ago with a sponge mop, but thanks to your advice, I'm going to purchase a microfiber sponge for my tile and wood floors. Thank you so much for your vids, Melissa. You've made cleaning so much easier for me.👍
It’s funny I have about every mop you have on the table. All along I thought I was using the wrong mob and was staring to get a little frustrated. But now since I watched your video it gives me a since of direction. Thanks!!!
You have the absolute best youtube channel ever! Well in my opinion anyways. I love tips and tricks when it comes to cleaning.
Lynnette Brezina thanks! We think so too ;)
Yesterday I got the CHORDLESS Bissel spinwave. A mop can never do what this machine can do. I threw away my mop and bucket at 53 y/o on June 18 2020. Bestbuy $100 with chord... or $150 chordless. Does all flooring - NO dirty water to clean up. fell in love with it. I LOVE this channel. Best tips ever!
We use the blue micro fibre mop .. Also have that wet jet thing but the trigger is stuck now, it also didn't pick up any lint.. Just left big wet lint lumps everywhere..! x XD
Oh no!
@@cleanmyspace You told them to sweep or vacuum before mopping LOL
You can't help it if they don't listen
I have the same Vileda mops as you Melissa, the micro-fiber one and ringer bucket which I use for once a month deep cleaning of the floors, and the flat mop with sprayer attachment for weekly touch ups. I had the sprayer mop first but found it wasn't heavy duty enough, then sure enough you uploaded your hard wood floor cleaning video and recommended the micro-fiber mop/bucket system, so I went and got it, and now my hard wood and ceramic floors and I are both happy! So thank you! :)
Amazing! Sounds like you have a good system worked out :)
Love your videos. Just moved into a new built home and I have laminate floors. These are great tips! I cleaned my glass shower today with your vinegar and soap and I was very impressed! I’m definitely going to do your DIY cleaners. Passing this on to my daughter 😊
Melissa I live your videos, they inspire and motivate me, which isn’t easy at age 83....I have the microfiber mop and a bucket like yours which makes it easy to run over my kitchen and bathroom floors.
Love
Hi Melissa! How often do you mop your floor? Once a week? More or less? I love your videos, I got a lot more motivated since I discovered this channel a year ago!
I just mopped my kitchen floor with a Vileda Bee Mop. It was great. I'm 86, and it was easy for me.
My favourite never fail mop is one called a spin mop ..
The head is round, has microfibre 'hair' and you squeeze it using the foot pedal and it literally spins the water out ... when our first one died we bought a different type and totally regretted it. I will never turn back now :)
By the way, great videos!! I've actually been enjoying cleaning my house lately ... I'm doing it in the right headspace and its waaaay more fun :)
Spin mops are the best
Thanks for your video. I feel that people should use what they want, so I'm not trying to push my preference on others, just trying to share why I made my choice. I used regular brooms and mops most of my life, but they aren't too good at cleaning. Some years ago, when Swiffer came out with their first model, a dry sweeper, I needed a new broom. I had seen the commercials on TV, and then checked one out in the store. It was extremely lightweight, which is important for disabled people, and I liked how well it had seemed to work in the commercials, so I bought it. I later bought a Swiffer duster too. The head on my first Swiffer broom eventually broke. I kept the stick to help me walk to and from my mailbox, and to keep my bathroom door propped open when I had a fan on in the hall. I kept missing my Swiffer broom because it was so easy to use, but didn't get around to buying a new one until a while after I moved to a handicapped accessible apartment. I finally bought a new one, but upgraded to a wet & dry version. I had also bought a wheeled office chair to use in the kitchen. I scoot around the kitchen in that chair as I do my chores. Because Swiffers are so light and easy to use I even sweep the kitchen floor while sitting down in my wheeled office chair. Most of the mess gets thrown out with the pad, and I just use a damp paper towel to pick up and throw away the little bit that's left. I also like the wet pads for mopping the floors, but one should sweep or vacuum the floor before mopping it.
For really dirty outside use, I do still recommend using the old fashioned mops and brooms, but for inside, my Swiffer is a big help.
I get around with a rolling walker, or 2 canes, or scoot around the kitchen on an office chair now, so I really appreciate a lightweight cleaning tool that actually works. If others like a different product that's cool, but my Swiffer works well for me.
I mopped about 45 mins ago, something I do weekly. Just about any regular mop I've used as left ugly water stains on my floors so after some searching, I made a cover for my flathead broom using a microfiber towel and use that along with a floor cleaning mix recipe in a spray bottle (equal mix of water, vinegar and rubbing alcohol with 1 tbs of dishshoap). I spray the mix on the floor then I wipe off with the microfiber mop, one small section at a time. Much like exercise, I prefer to get that done early in the day so that I have to deal with it later because of all my chores, floor cleaning is what takes most of my time.
That's a great hack, way to go!
***** Hi Melissa When you were Cleaning the outside Deck I noticed that you were wearing your Gumboots The Same ones in your How to Clean your Hunter Wellies Video. But why were you wearing them But then again I Guess you didn't want to get your feet wet So that was Smart Thinking Melissa
After experimenting with just about every type of mop out there, I discovered the Mopnado about two years ago and have been happy ever since!!
I have 1similar (It’s a knock off of yours) I love the mop in the bucket
Melissa please can you do a video on how to clean a house to a time limit I know you have a house cleaning business so say you have 3 hrs to clean a large house what do you clean and what would not clean ? Just looking on tips to fast effective cleaning ! Love your how to clean your room video but could you elaborate on being time effective!thanks
yaaaas! please, that would be awesome!
Yes you should
puuuuuuush this up to the toooop!
Stay tuned :) it's a project I've been working on for you guys! Suzanne Rose Ann marie White Angleahscottoncandy
***** brilliant can't wait ! :)
Ms. Maker, I bought a box of your micro fiber clothes for my daughter for Christmas. I was visiting and opened the package and used one. Wow, what a difference! I recently cleaned 4 rooms that have hardwood floors using a sponge mop. I squeezed it several times to reduce water drips. It worked quite well. However, after viewing this video, I am now switching to a micro fiber cloth attached to my swiffer. Gonna try that soon. Oh, and I am buying a package of micro fiber clothes from you soon. Be well, Jim
Oh Melissa, I loved your acting at the "back hurting" scene, haha! I use the good oldie string mop, loved it from the beginning!
Thanks! Yes, I went to absolutely zero acting classes to nail that scene...#talent
How to remove black scuff marks from white square laminate flooring?
what I find helpful in cleaning laminate and tiled flooring after vaccuming is using 2 thick cotton cloths, 1 used for wet which i soak and ring in water with soda crystals and a couple of tea tree oil and lanvendar oil and place cloth on floor and put my foot on it and clean and rinse in solution til all flooring is done and then go over the areas with the dry cloth. I suffer from multiple arthritic conditions and for me this method works best as I am getting a low impact physio exceesise at the same time as cleaning😊
You left out steam mops! I use them in my business. I find steaming beats chemicals. You should review some steam mops, specifically Shark vs Haan. I'm more of a Shark guy.
I use an o-ceder steam mop
Nickolas Andrew she did a video once on steamers!
I love my Bissel steamer
Uff... I had one, but I sold it, because it’s so slow to use... And I don’t have very dirty floors or floors that need to be antibacterial clean
Nickolas Andrew i own a business but isn’t carrying a steam mop heavy
What's your favorite cordless steam mop?? I love your channel SO much. You're so fun and practical, thank you!! You've helped me stay motivated with my cleaning and taught me so much.
I didn't know I needed this video...but I'm glad it exists! ^_^ Thank you! ...Question: Do you (or anyone reading the comments here) have any advice on keeping tile floors clean with dogs who constantly drag dirt and mud in? We basically have to mop up the same floor every day at this point so any prevention strategies would be awesome. (One of the dogs tends to have accidents frequently as well...it's a good thing we don't have carpet!)
I just got a new micro fiber flat mop for my new floor. I love it
Great video...I was soooo surprised to hear my comment on your video!!!!! Thanks so much for your help and support!
Lol! I had to scroll thru the comments to make sure you acknowledged seeing this with a comment. It was crazy enough to hear a name I recognized! I can't imagine how crazy it felt to recognize it as my own! 😂
P.S. You're welcome on the blast from the past. Lol!
Last night! And I used the shark steam mop. I have laminate hardwood floors, and I pray, pray, pray it's ok to use it on them! I love the way it works, and It's nice and warm:)
It's not. Eventually the laminate will begin to swell and buckle.
Would you do a 2020 version of this please? I’m new to house cleaning and the family has a rough, natural stone tile tearing up my mop and
hardwood in other parts
Thank you
I clean house for someone that has a big walk-in shower (tile) that is about the size of my bedroom! They take forever to clean.....but then I saw a video from someone (I can’t remember who, and I’m so sorry to that person!) and they suggested using a sponge mop. It works SO GOOD!! I later on moved from a sponge mop to using my window washing mop. It’s got a microfiber type cloth and then you turn it over & there is a squeegee. Super fantastic for windows and, as it turns out, for walk-in tile showers!! 👍🏻
Hi Melissa!
I'm about to mop the floor tomorrow! (Sunday). This is a great video. I have the swifter, the string mop and I also have the microfiber mop. I also love your mop bucket!!! :)
Sunday funday!
we use a soft broom to sweep sweep all floors 9 large rooms, first, then we wet mop with poete by clorax, I have marble floors and also have tile. my floors are nice afterwards. and smells good too. old fashioned way. I live in Mexico we sweep and mop everything everyday, even the sidewalks and street in front of our house. love your ideas. my favorite way to clean floors is the German way, when there the mop and sweep was done with a swifter like thing and floors were always nice.
My mom taught me to always mop twice: first with slightly more liquid on the mop, then go back with a practically dry mop (as dry as possible). I've been doing it this way since forever, but watching your video made me think whether it's really necessary.
I think I've use every mop known to man. I purchased a spin mop from HSN about a year ago and it's the best mop I've every owned. It has taken the place of my dust mop and feather duster for high places.
I'm confuse how to mop. Some say after mopping with cleaning agent , you have to mop again with clean water. Some say no, you just mop once and it's done . So which one is the correct one?
tareginda I clean with the cleaning liquid only when I have oil stains (like kitchen floor), then with clean water only. The rest of the floor I clean with water only once ))
I always learn something new with your videos. I also like the new format of answering comments.
THANK GOD YOU EXIST!!
Two days ago I did my floors and used a Libman with a bucket Dawn and water. I have all natural slate floors. I also use a dry flat microfiber dust mop to dry my moping to help with not having water on the slate.
Very interesting! I washed yesterday my hard wood floors with the vileda mop. By the way, do you have a video on how to wax hard wood floors? mine were shiny but now are opaque. Love from Italy!
I mopped about a week ago. We have old floors that need to be replaced. Cleaning doesn't really help, but we used a traditional deck mop. Can't wait to get new floors!
Do you use your signature dish-washing liquid in a solution to mop walls? Keep up the FANTASTIC work :)
Yes I sure do! You can use that or vinegar! Thanks :)
Very informative. I learned a lot about all those different type mops
omg! now I know why my back hurts when I mop! 😱
I bought a spin mop and love it! The mop itself is microfiber and works amazingly well!
I have yet to try one!
I'm not sure if you fully realize how hilarious you are! You give good solid info and you had me cracking up too! LOL.
Also, how about a tut on an easy way to clean baseboards?!
Thanks
Yes! I would like to know that too Melissa.
Stay tuned ;) ***** and BigMoe
***** Thank you so much, Melissa, I can't wait to see it. I have the feeling your vid is going to be a game changer!
BASEBOARD BUDDY WORKS GREAT!!!
It has been years! :P The first mop. The cleaning lady helps us out. I love your channel! Thankyou for making me love cleaning!
You didn't mention a steam mop. That is my favorite for our hard wood floors.
If you get a GOOD one they can work extremely well. A lot aren't good and cause more damage than good.
Hello Amy, can you tell me which steam mop you use? We want to get one for our laminate flooring, but I'm worried that it's not a good quality, it will ruin the floors...
@@sparklyrainbowbunny noooo steam mop on laminate! Laminate is a foto on chipwood! If you steam it water will soak into the chipwood and the edges will swell! Better take a alcohol base cleaner and use as less water as possible (I spray the solution onto my mop myself)!
@The Unknown vacuum the floor first, then mop it. If it is persist dirt than appley little solution direct on the spot and let time work for you, but not on the edges! After 2 or 3 minutes wipe it off with the mop. The mop should never be wet, so you don't ever have streaks. You can ask for melamine sponges to get rid off the most difficult adhesions.
Hi Melissa! I hate vacuuming too. I bought a Eufy robot vacuum (I run it twice a day because I have 2 dogs). It is AMAZING...you should get one. Anyway, I used to use a microfiber mop but got tired of how inefficient it seemed. Now I use a newer version of the deck mop...called the Libman Tornado mop (needs no bucket to wring!). It's very very absorbent and I don't have to constantly re-dip. Hope this is useful! Have a great day and thanks for the video :)
My mom doesn't mop. She washes the floor on her hands and knees with rags. She thinks that mops just spread dirt around.
I agree with her but, I don't get on my hands and knees, I use a mop with a flat bottom, the sturdy kind, and about 3 or 4 cotton towels, depending how dirty the floor is. I find the plastic wash cloths / micro fiber don't absorb and just smear dirt all over. Cotton absorbs the dirt and grime without leaving streaks.
After I'm done I throw all the cotton towels ( had towel or dish towel ) in the washing machine with the dog bed and some cotton rugs, if they need to be washed. Easy peasy, and clean ☕💃
PS my dog bed is a small blanket or a dark colored towel so its easy to just throw in the wash.
To Sheldon Pon: In all due respects, she is spreading herself around
needlessly, as well as when it comes to the ringing out of the dirt, spells reality.
It is true. I found a way around it. No need. Just make sure when the mop water begins to change color dump it, rinse the mop, and keep going. Sweep big debris then vacuum the floor prior to mopping. Vacuuming after sweeping will show you that a lot is on the floor after a sweep. Make sure your mop water doesn't turn black. As soon as the mop water turns colors dump it. I tend to dump multiple times when mopping. Cleaner mop water leads to better results. Sometimes you need to mop twice if it is really dirty. After the mop water dries vacuum the floor again (you can vacuum the next day if you get tired). I vacuum a lot. Get good claning stuff. Buy namebrand mops like o-cedar microfiber and see if it helps.
It's her choice! Also a very good exercise!
Sheldon Pon My mother was nine months pregnant with me on her hands and knees mopping the kitchen floor when she went into labor. She didn’t go to hospital until she finished. Lol
Every week! Generally every Friday so we have a nice clean home to start off the weekend. I have two boys and we live in the PNW so the dirt piles up. I invested in a steam mop and love it on my hard wood, tile, and linoleum. I have a shark rocket thats great for stairs I put a little Essential oil on the filter after each time I rinse out the filter and as I vacuum it ads a wonderful scent!
I don't like to mops because they don't clean the floor s really well. if you ring out extra water it still leaves steaks. I just get on my hands and knees wash the floor with an old rag. I use vinegar and water.
Meredith Blodgett I have bad knees & only get on hands & knees for bathroom & toilet. I use the spray mop she demonstrated for my wood & tiled floors. I was using a small/tiny squirt of fllor cleaner, but will be using her suggestion in future. Vinegar is going to replace many chemicals once I have used them up. Must check for wooden floors first though.
The last time I mopped was on Sunday. My new puppy bit my boxers ear and he bled all over the garage floor. We used a disposable mop head. In my home, I use the swiffer sweeper after I use the broom to pick up anything I missed. Then I use a swiffer wet pad to mop with a spray of rubbing alcohol as a quick pre treat. However! Once I run out of the refills I plan to switch to that red spin microfiber one you use to save money.
I use the Hurricane Spin mop. It rings out really easy and has the microfiber heads. When you use Dawn in the bucket with warm water does the color/scent of it matter? Great tips!
I have yet to try that one yet. But I hear people like it :). I usually use the blue Dawn, but I have used any colour/scent I have on hand. It doesn't matter!
I like a steam mop Shark Steam Mop
Im using a mopnado and like it very much for engineered laminate. I use a combo of alcohol, vinegar and mrs. meyers dish soap. Really does the job.
Today I used your recipe for the soap goo cleaning solution and it worked like a charm! I think I overdid with the essential oil to cover the vinegar smell though! I love your channel, you tips make cleaning more fun and I'm not even a person that likes to clean! Kisses, Melisa!
Sweet! I love that stuff! Glad to hear I've 'converted' you!
Ok, I have a question. How do you clean the mop head? I kinda feel like throwing it out when I'm done. And putting it in the washing machine doesn't sound too nice either. Also cool nails.
I'd like an answer to that too. Normally, I leave it for a day in soapy water then just fling it in the washing machine with other stuff like a walk-in rug or shoes. Seems to do the job.
b00rk I am going to touch on that in next week's video. However you can also watch our video called how to clean your cleaning tools!
Great video as usual, Melissa : )
When I first moved to the US about three years ago I started with the deck mop (kinda gross lol and not nice to keep clean) than I got a couple Swiffers (don't like it, it does not last, it does not get to the corners and it takes time to charge - never again lol but like you mention it works for spot cleaning) then a few of weeks ago I found out the great Libman wonder mop, the microfiber orange one and that is really a great one! the head comes out and goes to the washing machine and it comes with that part the squeezes the water from the bucket without you having to touch the dirty water : )
I mop the entire house once a week and do spot cleaning as needed : ) and I only use the Libman now. I love your tip about the sponge mop for the walls!
"Dollars to donuts" is a betting term indicating short odds. Dollars are valuable, donuts aren't.
maybe we should flip the meaning, these days...
Thanks!
mopped floor today with the old deck mop as its really hard to find others mop in India but i must say using arm strength and in s pattern was a good way to go and can to tell how clean a mop :) and watching your helps me alot thank you :)
Good good!
OMG THE BACKGROUND MUSIC IS THE "WHERE MY BAES AT" MUSIC FROM MIRANDA SINGS
Joy Du the music is too loud. It’s hard to hear her
Never cleaned my floor since 5 weeks ago as lockdown started... So embarrassing. Going ahead now with the deck mop. Ordered a microfibre mop now. So excited. Thanks.
Yes, I am a guy, but I too like a clean house. My question. Is it a good idea to run the mop over your floor after the initial cleaning with a "rinse" mop with plain water?
If you use the soap mixture Melissa recommends (which actually has very little soap in it) there is no need to rinse. If you use a specialty soap, read the label.
I use a string mop, but it has the handle you pull up and twist the water out. Love that mop, it makes me happy. My girls and I love mopping, it's very strange.
Can you do a "how to clean your walls" tutorial? If you haven't already?
I'll add that to our list!
Also how can we clean a cave in a old house with a lot of dust and floor in concrete
I use a deck mop!! Now I need to run out and get a microfiber mop! I didn't know these great facts about mops that's why I love this channel!! Thanks Melissa and Chad for bringing the knowledge of my bad mop to my attention!!
Yes - get one! You are most welcome :)
I hate mopping now, I used to work at a convenience store and I worked the closing shift, so I had to mop that whole 2000 sq. foot store every single night for over a year.
I did the same in a catering kitchen. Those commercial string mops are heavy too. But it makes me mind mopping at home less because my apartment only has linoleum in a small kitchen and small bathroom. That helps!
My entire main floor is hard wood and laminate so I get Bruce cleaner from lowes and use the Bruce mop which is similar to the swiffer that uses a microfiber cloth but a bit larger. I had sweeping and had the swiffer sweeper witch was a vacuum with a disposable swiffer cloth but the battery would not last. I bought the red devil simpli stick vaccum to do my hardwoods, laminates, and quick vacuuming jobs, love it!
What about steam cleaning the floor?
I have a lot of ceramic tile. The last time I "mopped" my floors I used my Pro-Aqua squeegee-type system. When my son mops, he uses a regular "deck" mop, I have used all the mops in your video, and they all have their uses, although I found the sponge mops don't last very long. What I like about my Pro-Agua system is that I don't have to do any wringing or bucket lifting/moving, the floor dries really fast, and since the cleaning solution is fresh with each pass, the pleasant aroma isn't diminished by the dirty water build-up in a bucket (which requires dumping and re-filling to keep fresh).
how often do u change out ur mop.....the classic mop and the microfiber mop
I mop 2x a week, mi libman wondermop (microfiber) goes in the wash after the 2nd mopping. House is all tile, so I mop baths and bed rooms on Sat morning, Living Room, Kitchen/Dining on Wed after dinner. Might not be enough frequency.
Hey, Melissa, can you and Chad do another comment Q&A video? I was watching some of your older videos, and I came across the 2 comment Q&A videos. I loved them.
I use a deck mop, but now I think I need a microfiber mop :)
I think you'll notice a difference!
Kate's Place
Mopped my floor two days ago and I used a "jerga". It is a tectured cloth that I put over my broom handle...wet and then use as a mop. See google images to get the idea of exactly what a jerga is.
What about when the floor is too dirty to use “just a little water?”
I mopped this morn,a light job, with flat 2 sided microfiber washable cover...as I was in a big hurry....mostly spot mopping today....pays to mop more, less subbing or moving around built up dirt
thank you for your videos!
Tiled floor at my place, I use the flat mop dump with cleaning solution first, then with water dump cloth attached to it. Love it.
Sometimes you just have to take what life gives you. 'Cause life is like a mop, and sometimes life gets full of dirt and crud and bugs and hairballs and stuff... you, you, you gotta clean it out. You, you, you gotta put it in here, and rinse it off and start all over again. And, and sometimes, sometimes life sticks to the floor so bad, you know a mop, a mop, it's not good enough, it's not good enough. You, you gotta get down there, like, with a toothbrush, you know, and you gotta, you gotta really scrub 'cause you got to get it off. You gotta really try to get it off. But if that doesn't work, that doesn't work, you can't give up. You gotta, you gotta stand right up. You, you gotta run to a window and say, *"Hey! These floors are dirty as hell, and I'm not gonna take it any more!"*
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That was great!
He acted through his words. That was amazing.
WTH??
I mopped this morning! I use the dry mop but also with wet pads since I'm a lazy college student in a small apartment. But with that said, I think I may need to update into something a little more heavy duty! Love your videos
Well good on you for keeping up with cleaning during school - it can be hard to manage! Thanks for watching :)
Hello Melissa: How to sterilize a mop? It's essential this bw done. You're anti-bleach. How to do it without bleach?
hi robbiebluck ,watch next week's video ;) great question!
1. There is a difference between "sterilizing" and "disinfecting". Sterilizing is killing ALL microorganisms on the surface and IMPOSSIBLE without special machine. As an example, surgical instruments are not disinfected, they are sterilized; floors in a hospital are disinfected. Disinfection can be done by using chemicals like bleach, using UV light or simple boiling.
I mop the kitchen floor every Sunday after a thorough vacuum. Micro fiber is the mop of choice. I think I'll try your cleaning solution though! Thanks for all the solutions and tips!!!
How did you know I threw my back out from mopping last Wednesday?! 😂😂😂
I love my Vileda mop. I use a few mop cloths each time I clean my floors so I am not dragging dirt from one room to another. I then throw them into the wash and hang to dry. I clean with castile soap and water.
I personally hate the swiffer wet jet. I would honestly rather be on my knees with a sponge than use that flimsy thing! Plus it sprays soap all over the base boards instead of on the floor. Sigh!
you must be a female if you were a male you would be a little more practiced on the aiming part
@@joescheller6680 Not according to all the men's bathrooms I've cleaned.
So when your my age you have to have a master plan when you get down on your knees. Like how the h...l do i get back up again .
@@HallowqueenCrafting so mrs Charlton from what my wife tells me she wont even sit down in some of the ladys rooms she has been in,
I mop once a week or every other week. I use a spray and mop type. Another use for Swiffer is to put some paper towel on the head, spray glass cleaner on the mirror and wipe the whole thing including where I could not reach. I'm getting some micro fiber rags you were talking about to use instead of paper towel.